Question

Why is a MI (heart attack) life threatening?

Answer 1

Answer:An MI is life threatening due to the fact that the blood flow to the heart muscle is abruptly cut off, causing tissue damage.

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Answer 2

Because it can cause cardiogenic shock

Step-by-step explanation:

Myocardial infarction can lead to cardiogenic shock during which hypotension is present from low cardiac output.